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Physical science Common Core CCRA.W.4 resources
Chernobyl Miniseries Episodes 1 through 5
Based upon the critically-acclaimed Chernobyl miniseries from HBO, this video guide accompanies all 5 episodes of the 5 part drama. The film is a painstakingly accurate account of the worst nuclear accident in human history. This can be used in a physics class for topics of nuclear chemistry, world history class for historical discussions of the accident and the Soviet Union during the cold war, environmental science class for the effects of the accident on the environment, or a biology class
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Big Bang Theory Evidence NGSS MS-ESS1-2 MS-ESS1-2 Includes Spanish
This resource is engaging, low maintenance, no prep, NGSS aligned, hard copies or virtual! By the end of this activity your students will have a much deeper understanding of The Big Bang Theory. AND! It includes a Spanish version for your ESL/ELL/Newcomer students!This activity can be completely student centered with zero direct instruction from you which takes students 50-90 minutes depending on ability level. Or, you can do the expanding universe balloon model yourself as a demo and embed lots
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6th - 12th
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MS-ESS1-2
, HS-ESS1-3
, MS-PS4-1
, HS-ESS1-1
, HS-ESS1-2
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1st Grade NGSS Physical Science COMPLETE STEM Unit! Light & Sound- (1-PS4)
This integrated 1st grade STEM curriculum unit is perfect for exploring all of the Next Generation Science and Engineering Standards (NGSS) for physical science! This fun and engaging unit is full of science investigations, engineering challenges, integrated ELA and math activities (CCSS), technology components, and tons of other useful STEM resources! With easy-to-follow lesson plans this unit provides a fluid scope and sequence to guide teachers through the 1st grade Next Generation physical s
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1st
NGSS:
1-PS4-4
, 1-PS4-2
, 1-PS4-3
, 1-PS4-1
Physical Chemical Changes Solids Liquids Gases 5E Activity Oobleck MS-PS1-1
Oobelck (corn starch and water) will blow your student’s minds!!! This is a timeless lab that I have been using since 2000, but I have modified it into a cutting edge lesson. This lab includes five total activities, so you can modify it from 1 hour to 1 week. It hits multiple learning styles with YouTube links, Venn Diagram, a lab activity, graphic organizers, word banks, sentence starters, a science article with a Common Core Claim Evidence Reasoning Chart, an assessment and a key to everything
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5th - 12th
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MS-PS1-4
, MS-PS1-2
, MS-PS1-1
Forms of Energy Robot Project l Science, Writing, and Art
This fun and engaging robot project is a meaningful way to assess understanding of the different forms of energy. Students will design and draw a robot that produces at least three forms of energy and then write about it! The project starts with a quick review of the different forms of energy. Then students are introduced to the assignment and work on sketching their robot using at least three forms of energy. For the final part of the project, they redraw the robot and color it, labeling the fo
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3rd - 5th
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2nd Grade NGSS Physical Science COMPLETE STEM Curriculum Unit Bundle!! (2-PS1)
This unit is a comprehensive STEM curriculum that covers ALL of the Next Generation physical science and engineering standards (NGSS- 2-PS1-1, 2-PS1-2, 2-PS1-3, 2-PS1-4) for 2nd grade and also has built in technology integration options, math application opportunities, and an integrated literacy component in EVERY lesson. Throughout this unit students will be actively engaged in fun, interactive, hands-on, inquiry based learning through student-led activities. These lessons were created and comp
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2nd
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2-PS1-4
, 2-PS1-1
, 2-PS1-2
, 2-PS1-3
Build a house project for architect and structure unit STEM
Build a house challenge: Project Based learningIncorporate this resource pack to your structure, engineering/building unit. Students plan and carry out their own house design. Introduce this project by reading books about houses around the world. Building that background knowledge about stability and parts of a house/ building will prepare your students before they set off to design and build their own house using easily accessible craft materials. Here is the link to a free ebook story: A Palac
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K - 2nd
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Claim Evidence Reasoning Practice Reading CER Digital NGSS California Wildfires
With this product students will understand the science behind the weather that causes wildfires by reading an article and filling in a Claim Evidence Reasoning Chart/Graphic Organizer. Students will use evidence in the article that unique weather conditions in California create devastating conditions for wildfires that support the claim of the author.This resource is now Distance Learning optional! You get a link to make a virtual copy for Google Classroom!This is great for a current event, sub
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6th - 12th
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Also included in: Human Impacts NGSS MS-ESS3 Claim Evidence Reasoning (CER)
3D Alien (Planet Research) Project - MS-ESS1-3
Thank you for considering this product!The 3D Alien Project is one of my favorites because it gives the kids options and a chance to be creative and incorporate a bit of science fiction as they learn more about Solar System and space phenomena.Students sign-up for and research their planet (or planetary moon), design and build an alien with adaptations that help it survive on the planet, they write (or type) a 1 page essay about their findings, and present their 3D alien and their findings to th
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6th - 12th
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MS-ESS1-2
, MS-ESS1-3
Series and Parallel Circuits STAR* Virtual Lab Google Docs™ DINB
When studying Series Circuit, Parallel Circuit, and Ohm's Law, use this complete 'Series and Parallel Circuits' Physical Science Virtual Lab to investigate: “If I take out one of the two bulbs in a circuit, what happens to the other bulb?” Students will manipulate a materials using the simulation in PhET: Students will create a series and a parallel circuit with a battery, wire and two bulbs. Bulbs will be removed and the results recorded. Voltage measurements will be recorded.This single Go
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5th - 10th
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Chemistry Lab - Introduction to Chemistry Stations
Are you searching for a way to make chemistry engaging and accessible to your middle schoolers? This Chemistry Lab Stations Activity uses everyday household items to introduce students to chemistry concepts.Begin your chemistry unit with this fun and engaging chemistry lab stations activity that allows students to use their prior knowledge and hands-on learning to get them excited and prepared to tackle abstract chemistry concepts later in the unit. This Chemistry Lab Stations Activity includes:
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Grades:
6th - 8th
NGSS:
MS-PS1-2
Also included in: Chemistry Bundle - Matter, Atoms and Elements, and The Periodic Table
It's Magnetism | Step by Step Paragraph Packet | Informational Writing
Are you looking for a way to integrate your science lessons with paragraph writing? Our It's Magnetism Paragraph Packet leads young writers through each step of the writing process as they write a well-developed informative paragraph about what they learned in class about magnets and magnetism. When student writing is complete, use the included rubric to assess and bulletin board letters and graphics to display student work!Our Paragraph Packets are designed to guide primary students through ea
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1st - 3rd
Energy Forms and Changes STAR* Virtual Lab Google Docs™ DINB
When studying Conservation of Energy, Energy Systems and Energy Transfer, use this complete 'Energy Forms and Changes' Physical Science Virtual Lab to investigate: “How can turning a crank, catching falling water, sunlight or boiling water make electricity?” Students will manipulate a materials using the simulation in PhET: Using several different energy forms (mechanical, electrical, thermal, light and chemical) we will look at how energy transfers from a source to several different useful pro
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5th - 10th
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A States of Matter STAR* Virtual Lab for Google Docs™️ DINB
When studying When studying Atoms, Molecules, and States of Matter, use this complete “States of Matter” Physical Science Virtual Lab to investigate: “What determines if water is a solid, liquid or a gas?” Students will manipulate a materials using the simulation in PhET: In a closed system, water molecules will have heat added or removed and the resulting molecular motion will be recorded. Maximum and minimum temperatures will be recorded.This single Google Sheet™ has all the materials to pe
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5th - 10th
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Projectile Motion - Launch Angle STAR* Virtual Lab Google Docs™ DINB
When studying Kinematics, Air Resistance, and Parabolic Curves, use this complete 'Projectile Motion - Launch Angle' Physical Science Virtual Lab to investigate: “Can I launch an object to hit a target with more than one launch angle?” Students will manipulate a materials using the simulation in PhET: Students will find a primary and secondary launch angle for a cannon to hit a target with a constant initial velocity and no air resistance.This single Google Sheet™ has all the materials to perfo
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5th - 10th
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Heating Water STAR* Virtual Lab Google Docs™ DINB
When studying Conservation of Energy, Energy Systems, Energy Transfer, use this complete 'Heating Water' Physical Science Virtual Lab to investigate: “How does water heat?” Students will manipulate a materials using the simulation in PhET: Using the simulation in PhET: "With the simulation set up as shown in the video, add heat and watch the temperatures shown in the thermometers. Heat will also be removed and the results recorded."This single Google Sheet™ has all the materials to perform a
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5th - 10th
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PUSH AND PULL
Push and Pull Circle, Trace, and Coloring SheetsI created this set of 2 printables to use while I teach the Next Generation Science Standard Pushes & Pulls. This set would work for grades K through 2.Includes:2 Circle, Trace, and Color by number Push and Pull SheetsNext Generation Science Standards (NGSS)PS2-A: Forces and Motion: Pushes and pulls can have different strengths and directions. Pushing or pulling on an object can change the speed or direction of its motion and can start or st
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PreK - 2nd
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Build a Molecule STAR* Virtual Lab Google Docs™ DINB
When studying Molecule Models, use this complete 'Build a Molecule' Physical Science Virtual Lab to investigate: “How are molecular models constructed from chemical formulas?” Students will manipulate a materials using the simulation in PhET: : By dragging atoms from a supply, students will construct molecules and receive a signal when constructed correctly. Students will observe how subscripts and relative atomic sizes are represented in the models.This single Google Sheet™ has all the mater
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5th - 10th
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States of Matter Tic Tac Toe Choice Board
Give your students choice when learning about solids, liquids, and gases! This Tic-Tac-Toe menu is designed to assess student understanding at the end of, or throughout, a unit on the states of matter. Each row or column contains at least one choice that requires students to compare the important properties of more than one state of matter.
Designed to support the full range of multiple intelligences, the nine choices provide all students with activities of interest (including one "create your
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2nd - 5th
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Potential and Kinetic Energy STAR* Virtual Lab Google Docs™ DINB
When studying Conservation of Energy, Kinetic Energy, and Potential Energy, use this complete 'Potential and Kinetic Energy' Physical Science Virtual Lab to investigate: “Can energy be converted from potential to kinetic without loss?” Students will manipulate a materials using the simulation in PhET: With a given mass, students will explore the relationship of Kinetic and Potential energy and the influence of friction on the system.This single Google Sheet™ has all the materials to perform a
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5th - 10th
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Elements on the Periodic Table STAR* Virtual Lab Google Docs™️ * DINB
When studying measurement and forces, use this complete “Elements on the Periodic Table” Physical Science Virtual Lab to investigate: “How is information about different elements shown on the periodic table?” This single Google Sheet™ has all the materials to perform a virtual experiment, collect, analyze and evaluate the collected data while presenting findings in a single page format – either digital or on paper. A video shows the setup and steps of the lab and also a virtual lab based on the
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5th - 10th
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Electrical Conductors STAR* Virtual Lab Google Docs™ DINB
When studying Electricity, Conductors, and Insulators, use this complete 'Electrical Conductors' Physical Science Virtual Lab to investigate: “What is a conductor of electricity?” Students will manipulate a materials using the simulation in PhET: Several items will either complete or interrupt a circuit, allowing a bulb to light or not light. Meter readings will be taken.This single Google Sheet™ has all the materials to perform a virtual experiment, collect, analyze and evaluate the collected
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5th - 10th
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Ohm's Law V=IR STAR* Virtual Lab Google Docs™ DINB
When studying Ohm's Law, use this complete 'Ohm's Law V=IR' Physical Science Virtual Lab to investigate: “If I take out one of the two bulbs in a circuit, what happens to the other bulb?” Students will manipulate a materials using the simulation in PhET: Students will create a series circuit with a battery, wire and a bulb that will glow. Measurements of voltage and current will be taken, A second battery will be inserted in series with the first battery and voltage, current and bulb brightne
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5th - 10th
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Gravitational Forces STAR* Virtual Lab for Google Docs™ DINB
When studying Gravity, Gravitational Force, Inverse Square Law, and Force Pairs, use this complete 'Gravitational Forces' Physical Science Virtual Lab to investigate: “How do gravitaty forces change when the masses change?” Students will manipulate a materials using the simulation in PhET: By changing the masses, the resulting gravitational force of attraction will be recorded and analyzed. This single Google Sheet™ has all the materials to perform a virtual experiment, collect, analyze and ev
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5th - 10th
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